[gallo26]

Originally Posted by AdamHeard

The fact that it's not for comp is even more reason not to pocket it.

Just leave the 1/4" plate solid, it'll be stronger, prettier, and waaaaaaaaaaay quicker to manufacture. It will also make the base more stable for whatever it's being used for.

I didn't want to leave it solid. It will be covered by bumpers and the perimeter will be lined with .5" square tubing. The looks of it won't matter, and in my opinion pockets make it look pretty neat. But that's besides the point...

I do agree that the holes for the wheels need more beef. It is .5" width now, I should have put it as .75" width. The rest of it is identical to the plate we used for our 2009 bot. Its just a foot longer.